Forester I

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6/14/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

26-02239

Forester I

Pay Grade
14

Salary

$3,907.04 - $5,401.34 Monthly 

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Energy & Environment Cabinet | Department for Natural Resources

Location

Remote Work Station Pineville KY 40906 USA

Description

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the
telecommuting arrangement at any time.

The mission of the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all
Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an
environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the
Commonwealth’s natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions
that together bring economic benefit to the commonwealth.

If you are looking for a positive work environment and a career where you can make a difference in the
environment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has to
offer, check out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSuC43XqlHchYeQ66tP7tg and our Careers page: https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx

By joining the Division of Forestry's Pineville Branch Section I as a Forester I in Knox County, you will have
the opportunity to significantly contribute to ensuring the programmatic integrity of numerous forestry-
related programs, and the consistent delivery of services to the public. During the performance of your
assigned duties, you will interact on a daily and weekly basis with not only the public, but with branch
personnel, branch management, and the division's program staff.

Holders of the Forester I position will complete tasks such as:

Preparing Forest management plans for landowners

Conducting timber stand improvements

Providing technical assistance for cost share programs

Performing Forestry education and public outreach

Participating in wildland fire management and related activities

Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of forest management

Ability to plan and direct forest management activities

Ability to work independently

Effective communication, organization, and documentation skills

Proficient knowledge and use of information technology

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you
build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to
reviewing your application.

EEC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm
that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and
completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that EEC has violated its E-Verify
responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:
Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in forestry.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
Must possess a valid driver's license prior to appointment in this classification. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possess and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed outdoors on private forest lands. Work can be under adverse conditions due to weather, topography, or when suppressing wild land fires. Adverse conditions could be present when assisting in all-risk emergency response when mobilized. Work also involves frequent contact with citizens and organizations in the promotion of forestry programs. Duties are typically performed within the Commonwealth of Kentucky; however, some functions may occur in other states.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Nick Valentine at 606-337-3939.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D